Blasphemy 2
Blasphemous 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed 2019 game Blasphemous, finally captivates players once again with its intricate dark and atmospheric visuals, challenging gameplay, and rich storytelling. Developed by The Game Kitchen and published by Team17, this side-scrolling metroidvania video game transports players back to the nightmare world of Cvstodia, where the line between piety and punishment is so thin.
Set in a land of religious fervor and grotesque confessions, Blasphemy 2 builds on the foundation of its predecessor, offering an expanded and interconnected world to explore. The game retains its signature hand-drawn art style, which is both hauntingly beautiful and utterly terrifying. Players are once again immersed in a nightmarish landscape filled with nightmarish creatures, intricate environments, and bizarre animations that combine to create a stunning visual experience.
“Desecration 2” Little Angel location
costales aqueduct
- Cherub 1: Press the bell and use platforms and wall climbing to reach the Cherub.
- Cherub 2: Climb up the ladder to the right side of the spike pit.
- Cherub 3: Use the statue switch to change platforms and reach the Cherub behind the blue door.
cathedral of absent faces
- Cherub 1: Floating from above the elevator in the room with Benedicta fighting Endless Orison.
under her sanctuary
- Little Angel 1: Climb to the right wall in the empty room to find the Little Angel.
Choir of Thorns
- Cherub 1: Hidden behind the tree to the left of the fast travel portal.
- Cherub 2: Mostly hidden by trees, located to the left of the Prie Dieu tower crown.
city of holy name
- Little Angel 1: Jump down from the ladder to the platform on the right.
- Cherub 2: Jump from the ladder to the entrance of the tower from the roof, Cherub is on the right.
- Cherub 3: Hit the blue bell to change platforms, then find the Cherub on the left after using the ladder.
Tower crown
- Cherub 1: Hanging above the southern part of Prie Dieu.
- Little Angel 2: Use the air chain to climb up the room to the upper right corner of the map.
elevated temple
- Cherub 1: Floating a little off-screen near the shaft leading to the City of the Holy Name.
- Cherub 2: Suspended above the Choir Garden, accessible by descending from the platform.
- Cherub 3: Climb the ladder from Prie Dieu in the south and travel through the mirror.
- Little Angel 4: Climb the wall outside the tree trunk between “Two Moons” and “Five Dove Church”.
grille and ruins
- Cherub 1: Jump over the hanging gallows in the upper area of the map.
tidal maze
- Cherub 1: Found in an open area while moving through an open cave.
- Little Angel 2: Hanging near the entrance to the Broken Tower.
mother’s mother
- Cherub 1: Go through the mirror to the ledge above the statue switch.
- Little Angel 2: Press the bell and jump across the platform to find the little angel on the right.
Embroidery Palace
- Cherub 1: On the far right side of Prie Dieu, the cherub is located above the mirror in the upper right corner.
profound lament
- Cherub 1: Floating between the two mirrors in the room to the right of the first Prie Dieu.
High Rock Canyon
- Little Angel 1: Jump from the ledge on the left side of the City of Holy Names to the Little Angel.
- Cherub 2: Use the hanging golden ornament to reach the Cherub further to the left.
sacred tomb
- Cherub 1: Climb the wall climbing surface from the northern Prie Dieu to find the Cherub as high as possible.
Ink sea
- Cherub 1: Floating to the right of the entrance to the Sunken Cathedral.
streets of awakening
- Cherub 1: From the fast travel point on the right side of Prie Dieu, go through the hanging platform to reach the Cherub above the entrance to Profundo Lamento.
sunken cathedral
- Cherub 1: Use the platform and go left from the room with the clockwork switch to find the off-screen Cherub in the upper left corner.
severed tower
- Cherub 1: North of Prie Dieu, use the golden ornament to go up. Break down walls to reveal hidden spaces.
- Cherub 2: On the way to the Clockwork Switch of the Sunken Cathedral.
two moons
- Cherub 1: Above the pit filled with enemies.
- Cherub 2: Pass Prie Dieu to the west and use the golden ornament to cross the gap to the left.
trend
“Desecration 2” gameplay
“Blasphemous 2” retains the core elements of the previous game and provides a 2D side-scrolling metroidvania action-adventure experience. Players take on the role of the Penitent, a silent knight tasked with preventing the return of the curse known as “The Miracle.” This part of the game’s story takes place after the events of the “Wounds Of Evenside” update to the original game.
Much like its predecessor, the game world is filled with dangerous traps, challenging platforming sections, powerful enemies, and boss encounters. However, players will also interact with a variety of non-playable characters who can offer assistance or give them engaging side quests.
Desecration 2 introduces a series of new weapons, each with unique attributes such as range, attack speed, special abilities, and skill trees. Weapon selection includes options like the War Censer, which delivers a slow and powerful attack; the Rapier and Dagger, a dual-wield combination that deals rapid damage; and the Prayer Blade, a versatile weapon that combines the best features of its class. These weapons are not only used in combat, but also aid exploration by helping players discover new routes and solve environmental puzzles.
Customization extends to the protagonist’s abilities. Players can equip up to five “rosaries,” which are passive items that provide bonuses to the character. Additionally, players have access to two active spells throughout the game, called prayers. The addition of statues further enhances customization. These statues grant minor buffs individually and more significant boosts when placed together in specific combinations.
Blasphemous 2 Trailer
Development of “Desecration 2”
Blasphemous 2 was developed by Spanish studio The Game Kitchen and is back for a sequel. As producer David Erosa said, one of the team’s main goals is to align the game more closely with the traditional Metroidvania genre.
To achieve this goal, the development team focused on expanding the arsenal of weapons available to the Penitent, thereby enhancing combat capabilities and improving the character’s ability to navigate the game world. It’s worth noting that the team chose not to reuse any code from the original game. Instead, they spent 18 months rebuilding Blasphemous 2’s code from scratch.
The team also invested time in refining the game’s controls, responding to player feedback and criticism of the original game. Development continues to draw inspiration from painting, Spanish culture, history, and architecture, just like the original game.
With the joint efforts of The Game Kitchen and publisher Team17, “Blasphemous 2” will be officially released in April 2023. The game was released digitally on August 24, 2023, for Series X and Series S platforms such as Windows PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Fans can expect a physical version of the game to launch on September 15, 2023. Additionally, players have the option to purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes a digital art book and official soundtrack.
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